The Machame Route is one of the popular trekking routes leading to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. This route is renowned for its scenic beauty and diverse landscapes, offering climbers a challenging yet rewarding experience. Often referred to as the "Whiskey Route" due to its steep and challenging nature, the Machame Route is favored by many trekkers seeking a more adventurous ascent to Kilimanjaro.
Read more >>>As the golden Tanzanian sun dips below the horizon, you touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where our team warmly welcomes you. A private transfer whisks you away to the charming town of Moshi. Tonight, anticipation fills the air as you meet your guide for a briefing, ensuring you're ready for the awe-inspiring ascent.
A symphony of nature awaits as you embark on a one-hour drive to Machame Gate. The gateway to your adventure. Park formalities complete, you step into the mystical rainforest. The trail, less traveled, winds through lush foliage, creating a canvas of emerald greens. With each step, the forest envelopes you, setting the stage for the journey ahead.
Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi
Approx. time taken: 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Ascending through the forest, the melody changes. Shira Plateau unveils itself, a breathtaking tableau with views that stretch to the horizon. Mt. Meru looms in the distance, a silent sentinel. You find yourself in a poetic dance with the landscape, each step echoing the grandeur of Kilimanjaro.
Distance covered: 5.4km / 3.4mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Now on high moorland, the landscape transforms. Traverse the southwest side, passing beneath the Lava Tower. A rugged, yet elegant ballet unfolds as you approach Barranco Camp. The code of the mountain whispers, "walk high, sleep low," and you heed its call.
Distance covered: 10.8km / 6.7mi
Approx. time taken: 8 hrs
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
A descent into the Great Barranco, a colossal ravine. The ascent of the Barranco Wall beckons, a vertical dance with the mountain's southeastern slopes. Passing glaciers, the Karanga Valley unfolds below. As the sun sets, a mid-afternoon acclimatization trek to 4200m offers a panoramic encore.
Distance covered: 5.5km / 3.4mi
Approx. time taken: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Rested and fueled, the trail leads to Barafu camp at 4640m. Here, desolate scree slopes paint a stark contrast to the lush scenes below. The altitude adds intensity to your ascent. The evening prepares you for the crescendo, a midnight climb to the summit.
Distance covered: 3km / 1.9mi
Approx. time taken: 3 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
The darkness envelops you as you commence the final ascent to Uhuru Peak. Steep scree paths underfoot, the silent rhythm of the night guides you upward. Stella Point welcomes the first rays, revealing the breathtaking beauty of the crater rim. The grand finale awaits at Uhuru Peak (5895m), where ice cliffs and panoramic vistas capture the essence of Kilimanjaro's soul. The descent, a reflective descent to Millennium Camp for a triumphant rest.
Distance covered: 13.4km / 8.3mi
Approx. time taken: 12 - 15 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Amidst the rainforest's lush embrace, you trek down to Mweka Gate. The mountain bids farewell, and as certificates are awarded, the echoes of achievement resonate. Vehicles await to return you to Moshi, where a well-deserved hot shower awaits.
Distance covered: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Approx. time taken: 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
A day to reflect and explore Moshi town. Gift shops beckon, allowing you to carry a piece of Tanzania with you. Depart with memories etched in your heart, knowing that Kilimanjaro's spirit will forever accompany you.
Price: $2,500
Price: $4,500(for two people)
Price: $6,000(for three people)
special offer: A compliment dinner with a guitar acoustic live performance
Private transport to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport
2 nights at Panama Garden Resort in Moshi.
Park fees, camping fees, and rescue fees.
Full trekking support with professional guides, cooks, and porters.
All necessary equipment, 4 Season mountain hardware tents, Double-layered Sleeping Mats and meals during the trek.
Treated & filtered drinking water throughout the trek.
First Aid Kit, oxygen tanks, ox meter, and a portable flush toilet.
Fair wages for the mountain crew as approved by the Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA), Kilimanjaro Association of Tour Operators (KIATO)
Special certificate from our office, Sodas, A customized t-shirt with a summit Picture. Kilimanjaro beers / Champagne or wine at Mweka gate for summit and certificates awarding celebrations!
Lunches, dinners, and drinks before/after climbing.
Travel insurance, Visa & Passport, Flights.
Personal items, toiletries, and tips for guides, porters, and cooks.
Guides: $18-20/day/guide
Cook: $12-15/day
Porter: $8-10/day/porter
You should pay the tip to the head guide on the morning of the last day of the descent, usually at Mweka Camp or the Park Gate. The head guide will then distribute the tip among the crew according to a strict policy. You can bring a packet of envelopes to distribute the tip individually, or you can give the tip in a lump sum to the head guide. You can also give a speech or a thank you note to express your appreciation to the crew.
NOTE; By tipping generously and respectfully, you can make a positive difference in the lives of the guides and porters who make your adventure possible.
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